Recall 23V543 affects 2 2022 Hyundai Translead Dry Van Trailer vehicles for a steering-arm fracture risk. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai Translead dealer.
Hyundai Translead is recalling 2 2022 Dry Van Trailer trailers equipped with Dexter Smart-Steer 2.0 axles because the bolt-on steering arm can fracture during low-speed, high side-loading conditions. If the steering arm and tie rod separate and fall to the ground, crash risk rises; the Hyundai Translead dealer repair is free.
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What's wrong?
The 2022 Hyundai Translead Dry Van Trailer uses a Dexter Smart-Steer 2.0 self-steering axle with a 702887 bolt-on steer arm. The steer arm connects the steering knuckle to the tie-rod assembly, so the axle wheels can caster and track with the trailer during turning and low-speed maneuvering. That arm has to hold its shape while the trailer is loaded and side forces push through the axle.
On affected trailers, the bolt-on steer arm material is not strong enough for high lateral loads in this configuration. The arm can shear at the knuckle. If it breaks, the upper piece stays bolted to the knuckle and the lower piece stays attached to the tie rod, where it can drag on the ground. The filing says the trailer does not become uncontrollable, but the damaged axle still needs to be secured and repaired.
An operator can notice the steer axle wheels caster independently instead of tracking together. Noise from dragging parts is also a warning sign.
Who's affected?
| 2022 Hyundai Translead Dry Van Trailer | steering system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 2 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
Not every 2022 Hyundai Translead Dry Van Trailer is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific trailer is included.
What's the safety risk?
If the steering arm fractures, the tie rod can separate and fall, which raises crash risk because the steer axle wheels no longer track together. Noise from dragging parts or independent wheel castering means stop the trailer in a safe place and call for service. Repair is free at any franchised Hyundai Translead dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022 Hyundai Translead Dry Van Trailer is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Hyundai Translead dealer to schedule the free steering-arm repair that installs a new steering arm and additional welds to address the fracture risk.
- Bring the recall notice if Hyundai Translead mailed one. If not, reference recall number 23V543 when you call.
- Limit trailer use until the repair is complete, especially low-speed turns with high side-loading.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Hyundai Translead technician installs a new steering arm on the affected Smart-Steer axle setup and adds the required welds. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Hyundai Translead has a general reimbursement plan on file for owners who paid for a related steering arm repair before the recall work was completed. Bring repair invoices and proof of payment to the dealer, or contact Hyundai Translead customer service to start the reimbursement review.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| August 2, 2023 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 2, 2023 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| August 2, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| August 11, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 23V543?
Recall 23V543 covers 2 2022 Hyundai Translead Dry Van Trailer units equipped with Dexter Smart-Steer 2.0 axles with bolt-on steering arms. The steering arm can fracture under conditions such as low speed and high side-loading. Dealers will install a new steering arm and additional welds for free.
What should I do if my 2022 Hyundai Translead Dry Van Trailer is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific trailer is included in recall 23V543. If it is, contact a Hyundai Translead dealer to schedule the steering-arm replacement and weld repair. Reference recall number 23V543 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Hyundai Translead dealers will install a new steering arm and additional welds free of charge for trailers included in recall 23V543.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is that a fractured steering arm and tie rod can separate and fall to the ground, increasing crash risk. Check your VIN first. If your trailer is included, arrange the free dealer repair before putting it back into regular service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/23V543000 |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Translead customer service | 1-800-251-0871 |
| NHTSA recall # | 23V543 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 23V543000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →